Best VPNs for UAE&Dubai

Updated_time:November 21,2018Written by:TopVPN100

If you already live in the UAE you probably know how popular VPNs are as a means to access blocked websites and apps, including Skype and WhatsApp, or to connect to US Netflix and other streaming services.

Here, we take a look at the best VPNs for Dubai or elsewhere in the UAE. We will run through some common concerns about using a VPN in the United Arab Emirates.

The VPN services we determined were the best for UAE and Dubai VPN users all fit the following criteria:

üGood encryption

üNo traffic logs

üPlenty of servers

üDNS leak protection

1.ExpressVPN

ExpressVPN uses AES-256 encryption, noted as one of the best encryption methods and notably used by many governments, including the U.S. government and military. ExpressVPN supports OpenVPN with TCP/UDP, SSTP, L2TP/IPSec and PPTP protocols. ExpressVPN employs DNS protection and a kill switch in case the service fails.

Finally, ExpressVPN has among the largest number of servers and server locations, with over 130 server locations in 87 countries. As a bonus, this service utilizes its own, proprietary method of obfuscation to hide the fact that you’re connected to a VPN. As such, the service works in even the most VPN-unfriendly countries. It is known to even get past the Great Firewall of China. ExpressVPN reliably works with most major geo-restricted streaming services like Netflix, BBC iPlayer, and HBO GO, as well as VoIP services like Skype.

2.NordVPN

NordVPN is a great option for those seeking an extra amount of security. Hitting every point in our criteria (no log policy, high-level SSL-2048-bit encryption, large variety of servers), this service also offers a Tor over VPN option. Tor is perhaps the safest method to browse the web. NordVPN combines its service with Tor to offer an extremely safe and heavily encrypted web-browsing experience, especially for those connecting in the UAE and Dubai.

Additionally, NordVPN features a DNS leak resolver designed to prevent DNS leaks as well as a process-specific kill switch should the service fail, or should any individual program run start leaking data. OpenVPN protocols are available here, as well as PPTP and L2TP/IPsec. While NordVPN does not include its own obfuscation method, it does support Obfsproxy. Their website provides a helpful walkthrough on how to set this up through their service. The service also utilizes a double VPN feature which doubles the encryption, although this does, understandably, slow down the service a bit.

3.CyberGhost VPN

CyberGhost is a zero-logs provider based in Romania. CyberGhost Pro is the premium tier, which offers access to over 1,000 servers in over 30 countries. The apps use 256-bit AES encryption and perfect forward secrecy. Protection against DNS, IPv6, and port forwarding leaks is built in. You can also opt to enable anti-tracking and anti-malware features. A kill switch can be toggled on in the settings, and an app-specific kill switch, dubbed “App Protection,” is available as well.

CyberGhost offers fast download speeds for uninterrupted streaming, and it can unblock a range of video sites including US Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and BBC iPlayer. You can live chat customer support staff during European work hours.

4.Safer VPN

One of the newer VPN’s on the block, SaferVPN is a great option for those in need of a VPN in Dubai. Its attitude to privacy makes it stand out with a no-logging policy that makes streaming and accessing content in Dubai much safer. The company also employs complicated encryption techniques, but can be used on most devices without slowing down its connection.

Torrents are not supported with this provider, but access to content that is blocked due to geography, like Netflix and Skype, is possible. They have a large number of servers in an ever-growing amount of countries.

To stay competitive with its rivals, SaferVPN offers a 30-day money back guarantee too.

5.PrivateInternetAccess VPN

While Private Internet Access doesn’t have all the features of other providers, it’s still a good choice for the UAE. It has good security, but it is set to AES 128-bit encryption by default. You can manually set it to 256-bit AES, though doing so will slow down your connection.

As with NordVPN, there’s a built-in killswitch to keep you safe if the VPN stops working and logs aren’t kept.

PIA’s coverage isn’t as good as our top choice, with servers dotting just 30 countries. That said, if one of your main objectives is getting into U.S. Netflix, you should have no problem because the majority of its servers are located there. It has nine servers in the UAE, too, if that’s what you need.

One of PIA’s best features is its speed, but that’s because it has lighter encryption. If you increase the encryption, the service slows down, but it’s still okay. There are no bandwidth caps, either, so stream away.

6.VyprVPN

VyprVPN’s security is good and Chameleon protocol bolsters it. The service also has a built-in killswitch to make sure you are protected if the connection fails. No logs are kept, so you don’t need to worry about your privacy.

While it doesn’t have as many servers as our other choices, it has enough spread over 60 countries to be included. Plus it has servers in Dubai, meaning you can access UAE content if you want. Speeds are not among VyprVPN’s best features as it can be slow.

7.TorGuard

While a good option, there are a couple of reasons TorGuard comes last. It offers good security and you may prefer it if you like to tinker. It’s customizable with different protocols for you to choose from. Plus, it has a killswitch and won’t keep logs of your online activity.

TorGuard offers a good amount of servers in 50 countries, including some in Dubai, so you can access content from there. It lets itself down, though, by not being good at getting around some geoblocks. If streaming will be your main activity, you need to keep that in mind.

It gives you the option to get a dedicated IP address for the location you want, but at an additional cost. It is practically guaranteed to work, though. Speeds can vary, but they are okay and there are no bandwidth restrictions to worry about.

8.IPVanish

IPVanish is a popular VPN service used worldwide and is an excellent solution for UAE. The software uses a strong encryption which secures your data from UAE government agencies.

Also, IPVanish upholds a no logs policy which ensures your information is not logged on their servers. The VPN comes with advanced features such as kill switch and DNS leak protection. These two features ensure that your online activity is not monitored or tracked by your ISP or government.

In addition, IPVanish secures your connection by tunnelling your connection through a SOCK35 proxy which encrypts your connection on port 443. You also get fast speed from their servers which enables for optimal streaming or gaming experience.

This VPN service is an ideal VPN to use in UAE, as it comes at an affordable price and offers a seven-day money back guarantee.

9.PrivateVPN

PrivateVPN is a young, up-and-coming VPN provider that offers a service on par with its veteran rivals. The company keeps no logs and accepts payment via credit card, Stripe, PayPal, or Bitcoin. You can choose between 128-bit or 256-bit AES encryption, both of which use perfect forward secrecy. IPv6 leak and DNS leak protections are built in, as is a kill switch. The company is based in Sweden.

PrivateVPN is adept at unblocking geo-locked content, including the Netflix catalogs of several countries, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and BBC iPlayer, among others. It ranks near the top in our speed tests despite operating a smaller server network than other VPNs in this list. Live chat is available during business hours.

You can connect up to six devices at the same time on a single account. Apps are available for Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Android.

10.TunnelBear

This credible VPN service provides its consumers with direct access to the websites that have normally been restricted in their geographical location. The service offers three multi-function packages, which are to suit different needs. TunnelBear’s server park includes 20+ countries all over the globe along with AES 256-bit encryption.

At the same time Tunnel Bear has other bonuses for its consumers:

TunnelBear has WiFi protection while connecting to insecure hotspots. It has superfast servers for high quality streaming. You can connect to 5 devices per 1 Tunnel Bear account. Besides, applications are available for Android, iOS, Mac, Windows and browsers.